Overview & Reviews

Chrysler's PT Cruiser receives a host of changes for 2006. Exterior styling is revised with new front and rear fascias, as well as new wheel designs. The interior is also freshened with new instrument and door panels, a new console and revised fabrics. The Limited and GT get a six-way power driver seat this year, and all models receive upgraded sound insulation. A 368-watt Boston Acoustics premium audio system is now available. The GT's turbo engine gets a boost in power this year, up to 230 horsepower.

• Distinctive styling inside and out, spacious cabin with multiconfigurable rear seats, smooth ride, spirited acceleration on turbo models, reasonable pricing.

• Sluggish acceleration with base engine, awkward seating position for shorter drivers, unimpressive fuel economy.

User Reviews:

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  Great Car - 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By CK - December 11 - 11:10 pm

  I have just over 2500 miles on my PT and amreally liking it. Love being back to a stick shift. Like how it sits higher than typical compact sedan. Really like the 06 and newer PT interiors.

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  Reliable car over the long haul - 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By mikeru669 - October 15 - 7:04 pm

  We purchased our 2006 Cruiser with 13K miles on it 66 months ago, we now have 115K miles, we traveled all over the country on all kinds of roads. The Cruiser has been one of the most reliable cars we have owned. Only recurring problem, camshaft positioning sensor replaced twice since car went over 80K. Takes about 15 minutes to replace. Had a Neon prior which the Cruiser is based on. The Neon was one of the 2 or 3 worse cars we ever owned.

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  Worst gas mileage ever! - 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By Naomi - September 20 - 10:03 am

  I am getting between 11 and 14 mpg! I love the car and receive many compliments. Then, I tell them about the gas mileage. Chrysler has lost several sales because of the mileage. Much as I do not want to, I am seriously thinking of trading in the car because I cannot afford to drive it.

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  Love in Bloom - 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By LLG - July 3 - 1:56 am

  I really love this car. It is fun fun fun to drive and I love fussing over it at home like I was seventeen again and its 1969. The dealership was totally awesome..no pressure they didnt know they were making a sale by leaving me alone with this beauty. The ease of the top is great and makes it accessible at a moments notice. I named mine "The Last Hurrah!!" Also the PT cruiser itself never really did much for me...but this convertable just said we were made for each other!!!

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  Love my PT - 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By Scalhoun - April 11 - 12:40 pm

  My PT has been a great car. No mechanical problems at all. My only suggestion would be to make the headrest more comfortable. It tilts forward or isnt the right height for my height. Its to tall. This makes me lean forward the whole time Im driving. Its the only complaint I have about this vehicle at all.

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  i like it ! - 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By edna b - March 20 - 7:43 am

  On the whole i like it...they could have finessed it a little better..i think the 2006 has more to offer...The one thing I dont like is that when you step on the gas it has a tendency to fish tail a little.. i am not use to that...

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  great pt - 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By scooterguy - December 9 - 12:33 pm

  Just bought my pt about 6 weeks ago, so far am really impressed with the way it handles. Smooth handling and ride. It is a base model but has a lot of options that others dont offer. Have had a lot of compliments from people ive never seen before. Only thing that Im not really thrilled about is the gas mileage , or should i say the lack of gas mileage. Highway mileage averages about 23 or 24, not good. Other than that its a really awesome car.

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  Fair Car To Drive - 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By irontree23 - April 3 - 6:26 am

  The steering is not as easy to whip when you are in tight spaces, I traded my 2005 Dodge Dakota with the V8 and all of the goodies for this car I always wanted it since it was produce in 2000 but at the time it was very overpriced. The seats stain even when the snow hit it. Also very bad trade in value.

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  06 PT Cruiser convert - 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By rpesti - October 6 - 8:46 am

  I like this "little" car. Excellent seating (im 240 6ft) seat a little hard, may soften up. Could be softer like the sebring seats- its a cruiser after all. Basically, all is well but the gas mileage. Im not a leadfoot driver but im getting 17 mpg/city 22 highwy. Much different than what brochures say. Purch 6/06 1850mi at 9/06. Called both dealer and mfr & they say you know -these mileage estimates are done under certain conditions & everyone will get different mpg according to their driving habits Blah,blah,blah. Seems the engine is too small for the size of this car like its under a load and straining i have the touring ed w/ turbo. I look forword for the v6 edtion!

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  New arrival - 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
  By pt109 - August 25 - 9:33 pm

  Ive had less than a week and have put almost 800 miles on the the little thing. Last car was a Crown Vic so torque seems a bit on the thin side. Love the top down and quiet with top up. as far as styling goes people either love or hate them. I love it. every time I get behind the wheel I think beetle because of the body color dash and view over the hood. Ride/handling trade off seems perfect for this sporty but not sports car. I was hoping for better mileage than my Vic but so far it is about the same. Disappointing for a 4 Cylinder, but I didnt buy it because it was an econobox.